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Thursday September 17th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello Gresham! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What new charge means in the Gresham-linked serial homicide case
  • When will kids get to try Vance Park's brand-new playground?
  • How is MHCC's 60th anniversary bringing new opportunities to Gresham residents?

Also on today's calendar: Orient Fall Garden Festival and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 75, low: 51.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 76 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Multnomah County DA: Jesse Calhoun charged with manslaughter in death of 6th woman (katu.com) — A man already accused of killing five women tied to the Portland region now faces a new manslaughter charge in the presumed death of a sixth victim. For Gresham residents, the case is especially close to home because 22-year-old Kristin Smith, identified as being from Gresham, is among those he's charged with murdering, and prosecutors are pushing to consolidate all cases into one major trial.
   

• Gresham begins full replacement of Vance Park playground (theoutlookonline.com subscription) — Vance Park's playground in Gresham is being completely replaced this fall, with new climbing structures, swings, and even a large outdoor musical instrument, all funded by the city's parks budget. Work is underway now, the playground area is fenced off, and the new equipment is expected to be ready for families by the end of October.
   

• MT. Hood Community College Celebrates 60 Years Of Impact and a Future on The Rise (mountaintimesoregon.com) — Mt. Hood Community College is launching its 60th anniversary with a kickoff celebration at Downtown Gresham's Third Thursday Street Fair on Sept. 17, featuring a mayoral proclamation and community activities. Over the next year, the college plans new scholarships, storytelling projects, and recognition of key partnerships, highlighting MHCC's economic and educational impact on Gresham and East Multnomah County.
   

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    Thursday September 17
  • Yoga & Movement for Core Stability →
    Lajja Space, 10851 SE Main St., Milwaukie
    9:00 am
  • Prenatal Yoga →
    Lajja Space, 10851 SE Main St., Milwaukie
    10:15 am
  • Girls Soccer vs Astoria
    Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave, Gladstone
    4:00 pm
  • Boys Soccer @ Astoria
    Astoria High School, 1001 W Marine Dr #5829, Astoria
    4:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Im watching a friend's cat for a few weeks.
    Unfortunately he slipped out the front door the other night and we haven't seen him for 2 days. Im hoping a neighbor has him. Or has seen him in… (Nextdoor North Central)
  • On Monday September 14th around 1:00am my partner and I found this little kitty near southwest Eastman Parkway and Birdsdale hangin out under some cars.
    She seemed pretty distressed and hungry so we took her in for the night(s), but we're looking around to see if she's missing from anyone's home. If… (Nextdoor Gresham - Holly Brook)
  • Kelly posted a job opening for General Production / Shipping Associate in Gresham. Apply here.
  • JCK Restaurants posted a job opening for $22.15*/HR Prep Team Member Dave's Hot Chicken (1298) in Gresham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gresham here.

🗞 Nearby News

Troutdale

  • Kelly Osbourne permanently cuts off 'polar opposite' sibling 14 months after father's death (oregonlive.com)
  • Knicks sign John Konchar and Drew Eubanks to training camp deals (postingandtoasting.com)
  • Pacific NW Credit Union to open Troutdale Branch (youroregonnews.com)

Happy Valley

  • Lead Budtender - Electric Lettuce Happy Valley (syracuse.com)

Milwaukie

Ok Gresham! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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